Retreat from Victory at Malvern Hill | Richmond News

Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 16, 2026 · 1m

Discover why a Union victory at Malvern Hill turned into a Confederate win in strategy—thanks to McClellan’s retreat. Award-winning Civil War historian Francis Augustín O’Reilly, whose Fredericksburg book was Pulitzer-nominated, unpacks this pivotal moment from the Seven Days’ Battles. Join him at the American Civil War Museum on July 16th for “Retreat from Victory,” a deep dive into battlefield tactics, leadership, and the hidden consequences of victory. Book signing follows. History buffs, this is your chance to learn from the best. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…